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Who is Dr. Sutha, Pediatric Nephrologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Ken Sutha, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Sutha graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Children's Hospital/Boston Medical Center Program A. Dr. Sutha is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sutha’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sutha’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Where did Dr. Sutha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children's Hospital/Boston Medical Center Program A
Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sutha speak?
Dr. Sutha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Sutha treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Sutha diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Sutha. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Fluid Overload
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Excess Body Fluid
- Water Retention
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8779: Other fluid overload
Also known as:
- Other Infantile Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Cysts
- Polycystic kidney disease
- Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease
- ARPKD
- Childhood polycystic kidney disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6119: Other polycystic kidney, infantile type
Also known as:
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Kidney Disease
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults
- Nephrotic Syndrome in Children
- Kidney Protein Loss Syndrome
- Proteinuria Syndrome
- Nephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N049: Nephrotic syndrome with unspecified morphologic changes
Also known as:
- Kidney Dysplasia
- Kidney Cysts
- Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney
- Renal Dysplasia
- Abnormal Kidney Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q614: Renal dysplasia
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Sutha perform as a Pediatric Nephrologist?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ken Sutha may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sutha's office.
Does Dr. Sutha accept my insurance?
Dr. Sutha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sutha accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Sutha in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
California Water Service Group
Central California Alliance for Health
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Plan of San Mateo
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sutha's office located?
What is Dr. Sutha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sutha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932441557.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sutha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sutha
What is Dr. Ken Sutha's specialty?
Dr. Sutha is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy. Contact Dr. Sutha to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ken Sutha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sutha is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Ken Sutha accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ken Sutha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ken Sutha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sutha's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ken Sutha?
Please contact Dr. Sutha's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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